Darren Thayre
Managing Director, Middle East

As Founder of CS Technology’s Middle East business operations, Darren Thayre is a results-oriented Technology Executive with a proven track record of delivering enterprise wide initiatives in several Global 2000 Companies. He has over 10 years of experience building and managing a broad range of technology in the financial services, government, media and education verticals. Mr. Thayre has worked in Europe and Asia, and for the past six years in the Middle East, including Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Qatar, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, and Kuwait, among other states.

Mr. Thayre is responsible for all P&L activities within the region, operating three core practices out of the UAE and Qatar; Data Centres, Corporate Workspace and Technology Management. His proven leadership qualities and ability to take a holistic view across multiple workstreams and engagements has provided the firm with key client wins in the Middle East including: Abu Dhabi Investment Council, Al Hilal Bank, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and Saudi Aramco.

WHAT WE DO

Data CentersDesign, implement, and manage all aspects of data center facilities, technologies, and operations
WorkspacesCreate workspaces that are designed to support current and future IT requirements and business needs
Infrastructure OperationsDeliver cost-optimized management services that simplify the existing and future technology infrastructure
Technology ManagementCreate run-book operations programs for existing or new technology initiatives that effectively leverage IT platforms, practices, and processes across the enterprise
Strategy: Capacity & Demand PlanningExamine complex data sets to provide forward-looking demand projections
Strategy: Business Continuity PlanningDefine, review, and refine appropriate BCPs that support business needs while minimizing cost and complexity
Strategy: Site Selection ServicesApply our unparalleled knowledge of retail and wholesale data center markets and our subject matter expertise in identifying locations for greenfield data centers
Strategy: Owner’s Rep ServicesAssume responsibility for project success through a cohesive approach to data center design, development, and implementation that reflects the owner’s best interests
Strategy: Data Center Infrastructure ServicesEvaluate, conduct design reviews, and assess the reliability of mission-critical facilities
Implementation: Cable Plant Design & ImplementationOversee all aspects of structured cabling implementation, design, and build to address client needs based on industry best practices
Implementation: Migration Planning & ImplementationManage all aspects of migration programs across a three-phased approach that includes detailed planning, implementation, and execution
Implementation: Network & Telecom Carrier ServicesDesign and support cost-effective and practical telecommunication solutions
Implementation: Distributed InfrastructureDevelop and implement appropriate solutions that support business needs for both greenfield deployments and refreshes of existing technology
Optimization: Capacity Monitoring & ManagementDevelop and implement effective capacity management strategies to monitor consumption characteristics and Day 2 capacity forecasts
Optimization: Green InitiativesProvide thought leadership for green programs including carbon offset, free cooling, technology and building efficiencies, and LEED certification

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Darren Thayre Managing Director, Middle East

WHAT WE DO

Darren Thayre
Managing Director, Middle East